Architectural Reference

This pocket-sized Dictionary offers huge coverage for the 40,000+ people studying or working in architecture, construction or any of the built environment fields. From Abaciscus to Zophorus, the reader is able to quickly track down precisely the term they are looking for. The book is illustrated wit..

Suitable for the people studying or working in architecture, construction or any of the built environment fields, this title provides them with: 10,000 definitions with over 2,000 illustrations; comprehensive cross referencing system; and, clear presentation of information for the visual reader...

Case Study Strategies for Designers explains methods in evidence-based design, also called practice-based research, to show you the value of research to your designs...

This dictionary of over 6000 terms is a comprehensive summary of vocabulary used across the building industry, from architectural design to construction technology. Contains over two thousand new or updated entries...

An essential reference for architects, engineers, planners and environmentalists involved in designing and planning projects and schemes in the built environment. Covering the terminology of sustainable design, this illustrated dictionary provides over 1500 definitions and explanations of ecodesign ..

"First edition published 1994 by Architectural Press, Elsevier."..

The Metric Handbook is the major handbook of planning and design data for architects and architecture students. Covering basic design data for all the major building types it is the ideal starting point for any project...

The year out, or internship, in a professional practice can be the most rewarding experience in an architectural student's education. It can also be a shock to the system to find that architectural working practices are very different to architectural study. This book provides a beginner's guide to ..

The year out, or internship, in a professional practice can be the most rewarding experience in an architectural student's education. It can also be a shock to the system to find that architectural working practices are very different to architectural study. This book provides a beginner's guide to ..

As occupational health and safety professionals require increased awareness of the whole field-and not just its specialized areas-they've started to need an all-encompassing reference work of necessary mathematical relationships.Concise Guide to Environmental Definitions, Conversions, and Formulae i..

The portfolio is the single most important part of every architectural student's education. This book proides a complete guide to preparing, compiling and presenting this crucial element of the architecture course.The experienced author team gives practical advice for the creation of the portfolio c..